The surgery typically involves removing any scar tissue or stretched skin, followed by re-sculpting the earlobe and repositioning it for a more natural shape. Dr. Chang uses precise techniques to ensure a clean, aesthetically pleasing result with minimal scarring. One should avoid wearing piercings on the earlobe for the first 4-6 weeks after surgery until your incisions have completely healed. As long as your repair is completely healed, you may re-pierce your ears as early as 6 weeks after discussion with Dr. Chang.
If your earlobes have been affected by torn piercings, enlarged holes, or gauge earrings, earlobe repair surgery offers a solution to restore their natural shape and function. This procedure is ideal for individuals who have experienced earlobe damage from stretching, tearing, or trauma and want to restore the natural appearance and structure of the earlobe, while maintaining the possibility of piercings in the future.